Shirley Z.

Shirley Z. is a dedicated planning professional currently serving as a Planning Assistant III in Community Planning for the City of Burnaby since September 2023. Prior experience includes working as a Planning Technician in Strategic Planning & Initiatives for the Fraser Valley Regional District and participation in the Youth Climate Innovation Lab with CityHive Vancouver. Shirley Z. has also contributed to various organizations, such as teaching English in Japan and interning in sustainability roles at Newmont Corporation and The University of British Columbia. Additional experience spans communications and design at Environment and Climate Change Canada and program support at the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Environment & Sustainability Geography from The University of British Columbia and a recent specialization in Planning and Design for the Just City from Delft University of Technology.